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Database Engineer

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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
IT - Database
Annapolis Junction, MD (On-Site/Office)

Database Engineer
Location- Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance- TS/SCI w/ FSP MD Customer
Salary- 165k-200k/yr

The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.

This program requires US Citizenship

The candidate must have experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, indexes, and queries for performance and scalability.
• Monitor and tune database performance using native tools and custom scripts.
• Implement and maintain high availability (HA) and replication strategies.
• Collaborate with developers to refine complex queries and stored procedures.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Document database architecture, processes, and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong SQL skills and experience with performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and CLI tools like psql.
• Experience with logical and physical replication, partitioning, and backup strategies.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., pg_stat_statements, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Knowledge of scripting languages for automation and tooling.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS RDS, GCP Cloud SQL, or Azure Database for PostgreSQL).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Exposure to other RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, MySQL) or NoSQL systems is a plus.

This position requires in-scope poly, within 7 years.

ABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans
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